noun
informal discussion; off-the-record talks; informal consultation
Refers to unofficial or casual discussions, often in diplomatic, business, or organizational contexts, where no binding decisions are made.
両国の代表は非公式協議を行った。
Representatives of both countries held informal discussions.
非公式協議の場で率直な意見交換がなされた。
A frank exchange of views took place during the informal consultation.
Compound of 非 (non-) + 公式 (official, formal) + 協議 (discussion, consultation).